Highway Project Manager

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking a Project/Program Manager to lead highway projects and programs, developing scopes, schedules, budgets, and client value.

Candidates must hold an ABET‑accredited engineering degree, a PE license, and 15+ years of experience with VDOT criteria and CAD tools (Open Roads Designer / MicroStation). Salary ranges from $140,000 to $180,000 plus ESOP and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited engineering program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 15+ years of experience in a specialized transportation engineering discipline.
• Recent knowledge of VDOT design criteria/manuals and procedures, and CAD design software (Open Roads Designer and/or MicroStation with 3D modeling).

Responsibilities

• Monitor project schedules, budgets, accounts receivable, and invoicing.
• Develop project management plans for assigned projects.
• Develop and manage scopes of service to meet client goals.
• Establish project pricing and budgets.
• Create and maintain project schedules.
• Lead or participate in client meetings and presentations.
• Mentor/train staff and provide quality control reviews on submittals.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Open Roads Designer

MicroStation

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT's Richmond, Virginia Highways Team is seeking a Project/Program Manager to be responsible for marketing, developing, and managing comprehensive project objectives for highway/roadway projects and programs including development and management of scopes, schedules, and budgets. Types of projects and programs include standalone projects, task order programs, program management services, general engineering consultation, and innovative procurement projects (design-build, P3, etc.).

Compensation for this position is $140,000.00 - $180,000.00, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Monitors schedules, budgets, accounts receivable, and manpower requirements and directs preparation of invoices
• Develop Project Management plans for assigned projects
• Develops and manages scopes of service to meet client goals and needs
• Establish project pricing and budgets
• Create and maintain project schedules
• Develop and maintain project specific quality plans
• Manage subconsultants
• Manage assignment of projects and tasks
• Lead or participate in client meetings and presentations
• Oversee and manage assigned staff working on project
• Manage all technical resources on the project team
• Assist with production tasks as required for client submittals and deliverables (CADD drawings, reports, graphics/renderings, etc.)
• Develop extra work order requests and open-end contract task proposals
• Coordinate and assist Section Heads, Office Managers, and Practice Leaders with marketing proposals
• Identify and monitor long-term program management and major project pursuits
• Assist management in decisions relating to investing in program management pursuits
• Assemble and lead teams for pursuits of projects and programs
• Mentor/train less experienced staff
• Provide quality control reviews of submittals and deliverables

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited engineering program
• Professional Engineer License
• 15+ years’ experience in specialized discipline
• Recent knowledge of VDOT design criteria/manuals and procedures, and CADD design software (Open Roads Designer and/or Microstation with 3D modeling experience)

Preferred Experience

• CAPM or PMP
• Experience working with local clients at the county, state, and Federal level
• Project management and business development experience
• Experience with multiple project delivery methods i.e. Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3
• Technical expertise in multiple areas of transportation engineering such as NEPA, traffic, stormwater, ADA compliance, roadway design, structural design, landscape design, etc.
• Experience with ISO certified Quality Management programs
• Experience managing multidiscipline project teams

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs.) may be required as needed.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more...
• Benefits | JMT

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office